The Martingale Foundation supports a new generation of postgraduates to become STEM leaders
Through fully-funded Scholarships and access to a community of pioneering leaders, we enable and nurture talented students to pursue Masters and PhDs in STEM subjects at some of the leading research universities in the UK.
Our mission
Our mission is to enable and nurture talented individuals from low-socioeconomic backgrounds to thrive within world-leading postgraduate study and become STEM leaders.
We believe that family income should not be a barrier to the pursuit of excellence. Postgraduate degrees are increasingly associated with academic and career advancement. Student loans often fall short of tuition fees, never mind the cost of living. This puts postgraduate study out of reach for many who cannot fund their studies through financial support from their family.
A Martingale Scholar receives:
A fully-funded Scholarship to pursue a Masters degree or PhD at one of our partner universities
All tuition fees and research expenses, including a tax-free stipend for living costs
Tailored support to apply for a Martingale PhD Scholarship
Access to the Martingale Development Programme, including leadership training and connections with top academic and industry professionals
Membership of a pioneering community of future STEM leaders
The Martingale Postgraduate Scholarship is our flagship programme that supports passionate and talented students facing financial barriers to pursue Masters and PhDs and excel in them.
Programme brochure
Read the 2025 programme brochure.
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Pursue a Masters and PhD in STEM at some of the UK’s leading research universities
Why Martingale?
Watch our About Martingale film to hear from current Scholars who are breaking down barriers and thriving at leading UK universities. Hear their stories, and learn how Martingale is supporting a community of talented individuals who are shaping the future of STEM.
Martingale Foundation is made possible by founding donor XTX Markets
